Concentrating
I've been trying to focus more on myself, less on what others want from me. The boys are first, of course, but then I HAVE to take time to do things for myself. I cannot keep telling myself that it's okay to run myself ragged to the point that I no longer have the energy to exercise or prepare healthy meals for myself. No, I DO have time for that, and what I DON'T have time for is all the crap that other people want me to deal with. So...
Yesterday, I drank lots of water, I stayed away from the snack jars at work, and I ate somewhat sensibly. I was glad to see that I am down a pound today. One down... 50 bazillion to go... 
I also got lots of rest last night, which is always good. I went nearly two years on a bare minimum of sleep, but here lately I've been tired at appropriate times and have been listening to my body and going to sleep. I wake up refreshed and ready to go. Now, if only the weather would cooperate, so that going outside isn't quite so torturous! My pale Irish skin practically sizzles when I step outside in the blazing Florida sun! Eek! But the boys and I have been going to the park in the early evening and walking the trail, then they play basketball while I write or read for a while. It is a nice end to the day, and I look forward to it. I have found that there is nothing wrong with a simple, somewhat boring life. I LOVE status quo.
I'm off to start my day. I am psyching myself up for a good day filled with good food choices and lots of trips to the bathroom to offload all the water I've been drinking. I hope everyone has a great day!